National Weather ServiceGeorgiaFlood AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Flood Advisories in Georgia
The National Weather Service issued 352 flood advisories for Georgia in 2025 and 217 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 15th most of any state. 2026 through September: 268, 34% above the average of 200 for those months in 2008-2025. Camden was covered most often (360 times since 2008).
How many flood advisories does Georgia get?
Every flood advisory that covered part of Georgia. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 268 |
| 2025 | 352 |
| 2024 | 296 |
| 2023 | 216 |
| 2022 | 183 |
| 2021 | 164 |
| 2020 | 118 |
| 2019 | 148 |
| 2018 | 340 |
| 2017 | 132 |
| 2016 | 135 |
| 2015 | 241 |
| 2014 | 255 |
| 2013 | 346 |
| 2012 | 127 |
| 2011 | 238 |
| 2010 | 239 |
| 2009 | 236 |
| 2008 | 145 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Georgia get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Georgia?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden | 360 | 105 | September 11, 2026 |
| Ware | 354 | 85 | September 20, 2026 |
| Chatham | 336 | 64 | August 30, 2026 |
| Charlton | 299 | 78 | September 20, 2026 |
| Glynn | 269 | 67 | September 10, 2026 |
| Bryan | 264 | 49 | August 25, 2026 |
| Wayne | 263 | 56 | September 22, 2026 |
| Brantley | 261 | 66 | September 11, 2026 |
| Clinch | 257 | 56 | September 20, 2026 |
| Appling | 247 | 62 | September 22, 2026 |
| Liberty | 244 | 35 | August 16, 2026 |
| Coffee | 240 | 61 | September 20, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a flood advisory?
A flood advisory covers flooding that is less serious than a warning, such as water on roads or in low-lying areas, that is still a hazard to drivers and walkers. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Georgia.